By TX3DNews Staff | April 13, 2025
Frisco, TX — Nearly two weeks after a fatal stabbing rocked a Frisco high school track meet, new verified details have emerged about the incident that claimed the life of 17-year-old Memorial High School student Austin Metcalf.
The stabbing occurred on April 2, 2025, at Kuykendall Stadium during a University Interscholastic League (UIL) track meet involving multiple schools in the Frisco ISD. According to police and eyewitness accounts, Metcalf was fatally stabbed in the chest following an altercation with Karmelo Anthony, a 17-year-old student from Centennial High School.
What Happened
The altercation reportedly began when Metcalf asked Anthony to move from under a team tent reserved for Memorial High School. According to a police affidavit, Anthony allegedly responded, “Touch me and see what happens.” Witnesses say Metcalf then made physical contact, at which point Anthony drew a knife from his backpack and stabbed him once in the chest.
Metcalf died at the scene. His younger brother, who was also present at the meet, reportedly stayed with him in his final moments, according to public tributes and statements made by family members online.
Suspect Charged with Murder
Anthony was arrested shortly after the incident and charged with first-degree murder. He remains in custody at the Collin County juvenile detention facility on $1 million bond.
Though charged with a capital offense, Anthony is a juvenile and will not face the death penalty or life without parole, in accordance with Texas law and U.S. Supreme Court precedent. In statements to investigators, Anthony claimed he acted in self-defense. The case remains under active investigation.
Crowdfunding and Public Response
The community has rallied behind the Metcalf family, raising tens of thousands of dollars through a verified GoFundMe campaign to cover funeral and memorial expenses.
Separately, a crowdfunding campaign for Anthony’s legal defense has also drawn attention — and criticism. The fundraiser, described as an effort to “ensure due process,” remains active and is under review by GoFundMe for compliance with its platform policies. The campaign has generated strong reactions from both supporters and critics online.
Misinformation Warnings
As the case gained national attention, Frisco Police Chief David Shilson publicly warned the community about the spread of misinformation, including fake social media accounts and falsified documents. One such document circulating online—a counterfeit medical examiner’s report—prompted officials to issue an explicit reminder that those who knowingly spread falsehoods during an active criminal investigation could face legal consequences.
Shilson emphasized that the case is painful for both families and called on the public to show restraint and avoid amplifying unverified claims.
Community Grieving
A vigil was held for Austin Metcalf on April 9 at Hope Fellowship Church in Frisco. Teammates, classmates, coaches, and neighbors gathered to remember him as a promising student-athlete with a reputation for leadership and kindness. Memorials continue to appear online and at the stadium where the incident occurred.
What’s Next
Karmelo Anthony’s legal case will proceed through the juvenile court system in Collin County. As of this writing, no trial date has been set.
In response to the incident, Frisco ISD has implemented additional safety measures at extracurricular events and is reviewing district policies on student conduct, event supervision, and emergency response procedures.
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